In a recent episode of The Excerpt podcast, it was revealed that Henry “Enrique” Tarrio, a former leader of the Proud Boys, was pardoned by former President Donald Trump less than two years into his 22-year federal prison sentence for seditious conspiracy related to the January 6th riot at the U.S. Capitol. Tarrio has been involved in targeting various communities with the Proud Boys in the past. Will Carless, USA TODAY National Correspondent and Extremism Reporter, shared insights from his exclusive interview with Tarrio on the podcast. The interview provided a closer look into Tarrio’s involvement in the Proud Boys and the events leading up to his imprisonment and subsequent pardon. Tarrio’s pardon by Trump raises questions about the implications for extremist groups and their leaders, as well as the potential impact on future acts of violence and extremism. The conversation on The Excerpt sheds light on the complexities of the case and the broader issues surrounding extremism in the United States. The podcast episode offers listeners a unique perspective on the Tarrio case and the ongoing challenges posed by extremist groups in the country.
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